Section 13-206 - Miscellaneous powers and duties. - Maryland Statutes

§ 13-206. Miscellaneous powers and duties.
 

(a)  Adoption of regulations.- In addition to the powers set forth elsewhere in this title, the Board may adopt regulations to carry out the provisions of this title. 

(b)  Duties.- In addition to the duties set forth elsewhere in this title, the Board shall: 

(1) Carry out the provisions of this title; 

(2) Review and comment on proposed regulations that relate to well system equipment and the construction of wells that are submitted to it before adoption by the Secretary; 

(3) Collect and account for any funds received under this title; 

(4) Keep a record of: 

(i) Each license that it issues; and 

(ii) Each action it takes under § 13-310 of this title; 

(5) Require any person who practices well drilling to be covered in accordance with its regulations by a reasonable performance bond and reasonable contractor's liability insurance; and 

(6) Have an official seal. 

(c)  Investigation of drilling without license.- On complaint or on its own motion, the Board may investigate allegations of practicing well drilling without a license. 
 

[NR §§ 8-607, 8-610; 1981, ch. 237, § 2; 1987, ch. 306, § 3; 1999, ch. 673.]